Battlefords News-Optimist

Town council was full of surprises Tuesday, with only four councillors, no Mayor Chris Odishaw, a gallery full of guests and one special, silent visitor. Odishaw had announced that he would miss the meeting at the last town council meeting Feb.

We arrived safely Feb. 15 and the weather is great here - warm and sunny with temperatures in the high 20s. My son Bryan lives on an acreage, so there are lots of horses, dairies and sheep close by.

It is important to start out each day determined, strong and motivated. I love to start each day by reading a few motivational quotes.

WESSON , Shirley Anne (Kuntz) December 20, 1948- February 4, 2012.

The Blaine Lake Library board held its first annual Valentine's Day Extravaganza Feb. 12. Seventy-two guests gathered at the senior centre to enjoy a catered meal and live local entertainment.

Does spanking your child work? Or does it not work? Is it an effective tool for disciplining your child and teaching them to be obedient? According to a University of Manitoba Professor, Joan Durrant, the answer to the question is: spanking does not

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to hosting another dynamic motivational speaker March 13. Eddie LeMoine is the featured attraction that day from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Music, dance, costumes and boundless enthusiasm brought the story of Pinocchio to life as the students in Division II at Ratushniak Elementary School in Maidstone presented No Strings Attached just prior to the February break.

Here are more results from the Battle River Archers indoor 3D Archery event held from Feb. 4 and 5 just of the Battlefords. The Sunday results were previously published in last week's Regional Optimist.

The Battlefords Bantam AA Barons remain one of the hottest teams in the league, as they wrapped up their regular season on the weekend. The Barons skated to an 8-6 win against Prince Albert Friday, as they fired 54 shots at the net.